BMW F 650 GS Repair Manual page 270

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Caution:
Do not raise the rear frame all the way, as it would
contact the lock of the seat (arrow).
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Raise the rear frame far enough to expose the
eye of the spring strut and secure the rear frame
in this position with the strap.
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Installation is the reverse of the removal proce-
dure: pay particular attention to the following.
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Note:
When lowering the rear frame, make sure that the
brake line is routed between the front section of the
mudguard and the rear frame.
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Clean the threads of the frame and the securing
screws for the rear frame, coat threads with
Loctite 2701 and install the screws.
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Tightening torques:
Rear frame to main frame, top ...................... 21 Nm
Rear frame to main frame, bottom
(clean threads + Loctite 2701) ...................... 21 Nm
Brake fluid reservoir to rear frame .................. 5 Nm
Clamp for silencer ........................................ 55 Nm
Oxygen sensor to exhaust............................ 45 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head................ 20 Nm
Engine guard to frame .................................... 9 Nm
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Removing and installing front
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mudguard
– Place the motorcycle on its centre stand.
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Remove fasteners securing front mudguard (1).
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Remove front mudguard.
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Installation is the reverse of the removal proce-
dure: pay particular attention to the following.
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Clean the threads of the fork bridge and the se-
curing screw of the front mudguard, coat threads
with Loctite 243.
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Tightening torques:
Front mudguard to fork bridge
(clean threads + Loctite 243).......................... 3 Nm
Removing and installing rear
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frame
– Place the motorcycle on its main (centre) stand.
– Secure front wheel in position.
– Remove the seat.
– Remove exhaust manifold.
....................................................See Group 18
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Remove the fuse box.
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Remove brake fluid reservoir from rear frame.
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